Packing Instructions for Suppliers
1GeneralDo not use damaged packing. Deliveries of damaged packing, this also applies to pallets and skeleton boxes, will be rejected or after having being
identified by the Purchasing Dept. will be repacked
at the expense of the deliverer.

2Pallets

Type of pallet: Preferably Euro pallets, either oneway pallets (1.200 x 800) mm or for smaller quantities, half of one-way pallets (800 x 600) mm
Maximum height: Inclusive pallet and transported
goods max. 1.500 mm.
Maximum weight when loaded: 1.000 kg, oneway pallet 950 kg, half one-way pallet 700 kg.
Other: Partial packing must be belted to the pallet.
Mixed deliveries are not permitted.

3Skeleton Box

The reusable containers used by ebm-papst are
based on the standard dimensions of the European
pallet (1.200 x 800) mm s. All containers aremarked with the name “ebm-papst”.
The reusable packing is the property of ebm-papst
and is issued to the suppliers free of charge. It
should not be used for purposes other than thoseintended and should be handled with care andtreated as an article of value. Misuse is prohibitedand loss by the supplier, in so far as it can beproved, shall be replaced by same.
Containers: It must be possible to transport thecontainers using the handles when full. As the double bottom of the containers is inserted in the container underneath, a space of 25 mm must beavailable between the material and the upper edgeof the container. The number of pieces per container is agreed between the supplier and ebmpapst. The top layer of the container must always
covered by a lid. Irrespective of the number ofparts being delivered, the container must have thefull number of layers.

Only DIN skeleton boxes shall be used with thedimensions (1.200 x 800 x 800) mm. The flap of theskeleton box must function correctly.

Trays: The top layer of the shelves remains empty;
instead of the lid, the corners should be equippedwith protective caps for belting.

4Smallest Packing Units

4.1

One-way packing

Die oberste Lage der Tablare bleibt leer; anstelle
der Deckel sind sie zum Bandagieren mit Kantenschutzecken zu versehen.

Basic dimensions: All packing units to be transported must comply with the outside dimensions ofa Euro pallet (1.200 x 800) mm or a part of a pallet(half, quarter, eighth of a Euro pallet).
Maximum height: Variable, limited only by themaximum height of a loaded pallet (see Point 2)
Maximum weight when loaded: 15 kg
Labeling: An identification label must be affixed tothe delivery papers and / or the packing units fortransportation and also to the product's immediate
packaging; it must be clearly visible and not detach
or otherwise get lost. This identification label must
include:•••••Supplier's address
ebm-papst order no.
Material number with revision state
Quantity of the packing unit
Production or batch dateIn the case of reusable packaging, old or invalidlabels and / or inscriptions must be removed.
In special cases, packaging will be provided by
ebm-papst in the form of reusable packaging
whose use is mandatory. Different types of packaging must be approved by ebm-papst..

4.2

Basic dimensions, maximum
maximum weight: See Point 4.1

dimensions,Labelling: For labelling the deliveries, Point 4.1
applies accordingly. For labelling the transport
goods, always use the pockets and/or metal clips
on the plastic containers. It is prohibited to use
adhesive labels on the container. In case of noncompliance, payment will be charged to the account of the supplier.
Storage: If possible, containers and shelves should
not be stored outside. If this cannot be avoided, thecontainers must be adequately covered or stored
upside down. The upper layer of the shelves must
be covered with a water-tight tarpaulin. In compliance with the high ebm-papst quality requirements,
it is prohibited to use moist, wet or dirty containers,
inserts or shelves for delivering the goods.
Missing reusable packing should be requested in
due time. If, at the time of delivery, ebm-papst
containers are not available or not in the required
quantity, the approval to use other packing mustfirst be obtained from the appropriate quality assurance representative.

Reusable packing

Every reusable packing unit comprises a pallet,
plastic containers, partly with inserts and a lid
and/or a pallet and self-supporting trays.
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